WorksheetsLaw Studies Review
Total questions: 150
Worksheet time: 3hrs 30mins
The diagram below shows the requirements for becoming a naturalized citizen. Be of good moral character Read, write, and speak English Have been admitted lawfully into the U.S. Pass a test on United States history and government ??? Which statement completes the diagram?
Pay federal income tax
Have an annual income of $20,000 or more
Have resided in the United States for five years
Have a parent, spouse, or child who is a U.S. citizen
What is a constitutional means of obtaining U.S. citizenship?
Paying U.S. income taxes
Being born in the United States
Buying real estate in the United States
Agreeing to obey the laws of the United States
What is an important impact of the naturalization process?
More foreign residents in the U.S. obtain "green cards"
Permanent residents in the U.S. are required to pay taxes.
An increased number of illegal immigrants come to the U.S.
Immigrants to the U.S. see the possibility of becoming citizens.
Why would citizens volunteer to perform some of the activities listed above?
To earn more money
To promote the common good
To earn additional citizenship rights
To fulfill their obligations under the law
The list below identifies several activities. • Attending a school board meeting • Voting in a primary election • Sending a petition to a local official • Putting a candidate's sign in the front yard • Registering voters at a community college What do these activities illustrate?
Ways that citizens can meet their citizenship obligations
Opportunities for citizens to participate in national elections
Ways in which citizens can meet their citizenship responsibilities
Opportunities for citizens to influence political action committees
Which practice is part of the obligation of a U.S. citizen to help defend the nation?
Serve on a jury
Register for Selective Service
Vote in all national elections
Keep informed about national issues
Which act is considered a citizenship responsibility rather than an obligation?
Paying Taxes
Obeying the Law
Attending civic meetings
Registering for Selective Service
Which characteristic completes the Venn diagram?
Obtained at birth
Does not include voting rights
Obtained through naturalization
Requires residence in the United States
Which grievance contributed to the American colonists' desire for independence?
British policies had made frontier lands too expensive
King had denied the colonists their freedom of religion
the British government had been too generous to the Indian tribes
The British government had taxed the colonists without their consent
The table below describes causal relationships leading to the Declaration of Independence. British attempt to tax colonists | Colonists protest British policies | ? ??? | Declaration of Independence is issued Which event completes the diagram?
The British give up the attempt to tax the colonists.
The British applied armed force against the colonists.
The British agree to give the colonists their independence.
The British grant colonists representation in Parliament
In the 1760s and 1770s, the British Parliament passed the Stamp Act, Townshend Act, Tea Act, and Intolerable Act. What was the impact of these British colonial policies?
Indian tribes were able to keep their lands.
Colonists began to think of becoming independent.
The British government was able to pay off its debts.
The French were defeated in the French and Indian War.
Which complaint against king George III was stated in the Declaration of Independence?
He had quartered his troops among the colonists.
He had forced the colonists to accept the practice of slavery.
He had required the colonists to trade with French merchants.
He had failed to defend the colonists in the French and Indian War.
Which sources publicized the concept of "natural rights," later found in the Declaration of Independence?
Magna Carta
the English Bill of Rights
the Mayflower Compact
John Locke on the social contract
According to the Declaration of Independence, what was an "unalienable right" that all governments should protect?
the right to social equality
the right to personal liberty
the right to religious equality
the right to elect government officials
The diagram below summarizes ideas from the Declaration of Independence. | Governments are instituted among men to secure these rights. | Governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed. | ? ????????????
Because governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, they are incapable of acting against the people.
Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to take peaceful measures to alter those policies.
Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute new governments.
Because governments derive their powers from the consent of the governed, it is the obligation of the people to obey their government whatever it commands.
What is one way that the ideas stated in the Declaration of Independence are evident today?
Equal employment opportunities
Voting rights amendments
Selective service
Term limits
Based on the Declaration of Independence, which is a natural right?
the right to vote
the right to bear arms
the right to pursue happiness
the right to equal protection of the laws
What was the main purpose of the tar-and-feathering shown in this British caricature of the colonists?
to protest their being taxed without their consent
to protest the high cost of British manufactured goods
to protest British involvement in the French and Indian War
to protest the quartering of troops in colonists' own homes
The passage below is from a historical document. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness." Source: U.S. National Archives and Records Administration What is the main idea of this passage?
Only citizens can enjoy the rights guaranteed by a government.
People have rights that cannot be denied by any government.
Government must equally distribute power among people.
Government is necessary to promote equality.
Which of the following colonists was known as the influencer that wrote the pamphlet, Common Sense?
King George III
George Washington
John Locke
Thomas Paine
The List of Grievances were the part of the Declaration that
detailed the colonists' complaints with King George.
listed a man's natural rights.
introduced the Declaration.
concluded the Declaration, declaring America a free country.
Which of these completes the graphic organizer?
Parliament repeals the Stamp and Sugar Acts
King George III allows colonists to petition tax relief
Parliament passes the Intolerable Acts
King George III appoints colonial representatives to Parliament
unalienable means...
A power that only the government has.
When someone is not a US citizen.
Indestructible.
That something can't be taken away.
which branch department has the following powers: Approves Presidential appointments, Approves Treaties, and Acts as a court in the impeachment process.
Senate
Cabinet
Supreme Court
House of Representative
List the “enumerated” (assigned) power(s) of Congress?
the power to tax exports
the power to declare war
the power to issue hunting licenses
the power to operate public school districts
Which branch of the government is responsible for making laws?
Judicial Branch
Legislative Branch
Executive Branch
State Branch
Which branch of the government interprets laws and decides if they follow the Constitution?
Executive Branch
State Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Congress is made up of which two parts?
President and Vice President
Supreme Court and Federal Courts
House of Representatives and Senate
Governors and Mayors
What is one way the three branches of government work together?
They all create new laws
They check and balance each other's power
They all report to the President
They share the same leaders
Which identifies one of the goals of government listed in the Preamble?
to guarantee employment to all citizens
to expand the nation's frontiers westward
to establish independence from Great Britain
To protect the rights and freedoms of all citizens
Which part of government in the U.S. Constitution was given the role of enforcing national laws?
Congress
the President
Supreme Court
the House of Representatives
What was one outcome of the debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists over the ratification of the Constitution?
the addition of the Bill of Rights
the state governments won the right to secede
The creation of a second house of Congress
the Federalists agreed to weaken the powers of the Presidency
What was one of the Anti-Federalists' strongest arguments against the constitution?
it did not create a national executive.
it did not include a list of protected rights for individuals.
the new central government would be too dependent on the states
the new central government would be too weak to protect American interests abroad.
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?
To outline the basic goals and principles of the Constitution
To provide laws for the people
To indicate that the president has ultimate control
To establish the independence of America
What is the main purpose of having three separate branches of government in the United States?
To divide the duties in the central government.
To propose the new government and the Constitution
To include multiple people in the process of the government.
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
Article III of the Constitution established the U.S. Supreme Court. Why does this article refer to this court as 'supreme'?
it hears more cages than any other court
it has authority over all other courts in the United States.
Its officers are appointed by the President of the United States.
it has authority over both the executive and legislative branches
Under the U.S. Constitution, which of the following tasks is assigned to the executive branch?
ratifying treaties with foreign countries
appointing Justices to the U.S. Supreme Court
Determining whether a new law is constitutional
voting on funds to support U.S. armed forces stationed abroad.
The Federalists supported the Constitution because they believed...?
It would create a weak national government.
It would create a strong national government.
It would keep King George out of the Colonies.
It would allow the states to stay separate.
Why did the Preamble to the Constitution begin with the phrase, “We the people?”
to indicate that the national government had limited powers
to indicate that the states had been associated in a confederation
to indicate that federal power was separated among three branches
To indicate that the American people were the ultimate source of its authority
What is the main purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To collect taxes
To protect individual freedoms
To create new laws
To elect government officials
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
27
15
10
11
Which phrase from the Preamble means to protect the country?
Establish Justice
Promote the general Welfare
Provide for the Common Defence
Secure the Blessings of Liberty
The Supreme Court is part of which branch of government?
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Federal Branch
Legislative Branch
What amendment allows you don’t have to provide housing to a soldier
3rd Amendment
1st Amendment
10th Amendment
5th Amendment
What amendment allows, the police can’t search you or your belongings without a good reason (warrant)
1st Amendment
2nd Amendment
3rd Amendment
4th Amendment
What amendment allows you, the freedom of religion?
4th Amendment
3rd Amendment
2nd Amendment
1st Amendment
What amendment allows you, the right to own a weapon?
4th Amendment
7th Amendment
2nd Amendment
6th Amendment
This excerpt supports the conclusion that Jefferson disagreed with —
the congressional power of impeachment
the presidential power to veto bills
the states’ power to amend the Constitution
the Supreme Court’s power of judicial review
Each branch prevents the other branches from becoming too powerful.
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Limited Government
Checks and Bal;ances
True/False:
The Constitution is known as the “supreme Law of the Land,” which means that a state's constitution, laws, and judicial decisions must agree with the Constitution.
True
False
The Preamble is
the last part of the Constitution
an introduction to the Constitution
a glossary for the Constitution
a guide to the Constitution
"We the people" =
those living in the original 13 colonies
white males
all of us in the United Sates
all citizens in the world
in the Preamble, the word "union" refers to
a marriage
the 13 colonies
the United States
the new government
In the Preamble, the word justice means
fairness
liberty for all
one nation under God
The Preamble mentions "domestic tranquility." The word "domestic" refers to
the new government
the Constitution
peace
within our country
"Domestic tranquility"- tranquility is a synonym for
freedom
peace
your safety
security
In the Preamble, the words "common defense" refers to
the common man
security for people
the three branches of the military
In the Preamble the word "posterity" refers to
education
future generations
prosperity
In the Preamble the word "ordain" means
a minister
an order
established by the law
In the Preamble the word "welfare" refers to
money from the government
your health/safety
military protection
Review question: The oldest delegate at the Constitutional Convention was
James Madison
Joe Biden
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
In charge of the Executive branch of the government is:
Robert Earl Keen
the vice president
the president
the senators
when you think of the Legislative branch, think of
love
laws
loyalty
legal system
When you think of the judicial branch of government, think of
judges
joy
justice
Which group wanted the NATIONAL government to have most of the POWER?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group wanted the STATE governments to have most of the POWER?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group wanted the NATIONAL government be WEAK?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group tended to have WEALTHIER supporters?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group had more support from FARMERS?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group thought that INDUSTRY/FACTORIES were most important for the US economy?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group thought that FARMING was most important for the US ECONOMY?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group wanted to give the PRESIDENT a lot of POWER?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
Which group was FEARFUL of a strong PRESIDENT?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
THOMAS JEFFERSON supported which group?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
ALEXANDER HAMILTON supported which group?
Federalist
Anti-Federalist
What was the MAIN ISSUE that divided the Federalists and Anti-Federalists?
Whether or not to allow slavery
How much representation big states should get
How much power to give to the national government
A legislature consisting of two parts, or houses.
Confederation
Bicameral
Constitution
A law that set up a plan for surveying western lands.
Ordinance of 1785
Articles of Confederation
State Governments
To vote approval of
Filibuster
House of Representatives
Ratify
Meetings of State delegates in 1787 in leading to adoption of the Constitution
Great Compromise
Constitutional Convention
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A person that supported the Constitution
Federalist
Militarism
Anti-Federalist
A group of people named by each state legislature to select the president and vice president.
Federalism
Three-Fifths Compromise
Electoral College
A form of government in which power is divided between the federal, or national, government and the states.
Federalism
Monarchy
Communism
The opening of the Constitution
Declaration of Independence
preamble
Articles
The branch of government that inteprest laws.
Exceutive
Legislative
Judicial
Any change that can be made to the Constitution
Amendment
Three-Fifths Compromise
Legislature
The branch of government that carries out the laws.
Executive Branch
Legislatives Branch
Mrs. Lee and Mr. Lemons
Who is the leader of the Executive branch of the government?
The Speaker of the House
The Majority Leader of the Senate
The Secretary of State
The President
The Chief Justice
Which of the following is not a part of the Executive Branch?
The Cabinet
The Supreme Court
The President
The Secretary of State
The Vice President
What is the main job of the Vice President?
To drive the president around in his limousine.
The vice president acts as Commander and Chief of the U.S. armed forces.
To take over as president if the president dies or can no longer do the job of president.
To lead the cabinet meetings and take notes for the president.
To take part in parades and funerals.
What are some of the functions of the Executive Office of the President?
Advise the president on national security issues.
Brief the press on the president`s activities.
Assist the president in running the many responsibilities of the Executive Branch.
All of the above.
None of the above.
True or False: Each cabinet member must be approved by the U.S. Congress.
True
False
How many different Cabinet departments are there?
4
10
100
27
15
Which of the following is not a requirement to become President of the United States?
You must be a natural born US Citizen
You must have lived in the United States for at least 14 years.
You must have the U.S. Constitution memorized by heart.
You must be at least 35 years old.
Which part of the Executive Branch votes to break a tie in the Senate?
Vice President
Secretary of State
The President
White House Head of Staff
The Cabinet
What is the maximum number of times one person can be elected president?
1 time
2 times
3 times
4 times
No limit, as long as they are elected by the people.
Which of the following is not a power of the president?
The power to veto legislation from congress.
The power to break a tie vote in the Senate.
The power to sign treaties with foreign nations.
The power to pardon criminals.
None of the above.
1) What is another name for the Legislative Branch of the United States government?
The President
The Cabinet
The Supreme Court
The Congress
How many Senators does each state have?
It depends on the population of the state.
Each state gets 5 Senators
Each state gets 2 Senators
As many as they want.
How many representatives in the House does each state have?
It depends on the population of the state.
Each state has 2 representatives in the House.
The number of representatives is based on size of each county, not on the state.
It depends on the geographical size of the state.
What is the total number of U.S. Senators and House of Representatives?
200 of each
435 of each
434 Senators and 100 Representatives
100 Senators and 435 Representatives
Which of the following is not a step that a bill must take to become a law?
A member of Congress must present the bill to Congress.
The bill must be accepted by a congressional special committee.
The bill must be voted on and passed by both houses of Congress.
The president must sign the bill into law.
The governor of each state must sign off on the law.
If the president vetoes a bill, what can the Congress do to override his veto and turn the bill into law?
Once a year congress can choose to bypass the president and turn a bill directly into law.
They can vote again on the bill and if it passes by a two-thirds majority, then it becomes a law.
They can order the army to force the president to sign the law.
They can pass the law when the president is on vacation and get the vice president to sign.
They can ask the Supreme Court to overrule the president.
Which one of the following is NOT a power of the legislative branch?
Power to declare war
Power to tax citizens
Power to select the vice president
Power to ratify treaties with other countries
Power to oversee the government
What is the primary job of the legislative branch?
To write up and vote on laws
To command the armed forces and fight wars
To determine if laws are constitutional
To hear court cases and issue rulings
To hire and fire members of the cabinet
How often are Senators and Representatives elected?
Both are elected every 4 years
Senators every 2 years and Representatives every 4 years
Both are elected every 2 years
Senators every 6 years and Representatives every 2 years
Both are elected every 6 years
Who is responsible for breaking a tie vote in the United States Senate?
Majority whip
Vice President
Chief Justice
Speaker of the House
Article 3
What is a limited government?
The people have zero control over their rulers.
The people have power over their government through voting.
Government is controlled by a religious person.
Government that is controlled by one person
What is an unlimited government?
A government where the citizens get choices of their representatives
The people have power over their government through voting.
A government is given power by the governed.
Power belongs to the ruler or rulers, citizens receive no freedoms or rights
Absolute Monarchy, Communism, and Dictatorship are all examples of ______________________ governments.
limited governments
luxury governments
unlimited governments
postal governments
Define dictatorship.
A form of government in which people choose leaders by voting.
a form of government in which one person or a small group possesses absolute power without effective constitutional limitations.
A government is given power by the governed. People vote for every single decision.
A constitutional republic, direct democracy, and representative democracy are examples of
unlimited government
postal governments
luxury governments
limited governments
All of the following countries have unlimited governments EXCEPT —
Cuba
North Korea
Canada
Saudi Arabia
All of the following countries have limited governments EXCEPT —
Canada
Cuba
USA
Mexico
If a leader inherits their position, you know right away it is a __________________. (family)
democracy
monarchy
dictatorship
If the citizens have a say in who their leader is, which type of government is it?
monarchy
dictatorship
democracy
This economy would be present under a dictator:
Traditional Economy
Command Economy
Market Economy
What is a command economy?
raw material from the earth
A percentage of increase from one year to the next
A central governing unit has control over what things are made and how they are distributed
level of wealth and material comfort a country has
An economy where parts of it are privately owned and parts are owned by the government is called
free enterprise
mixed economy
target economy
socialist economy
Individuals and groups decide what products to make, shoppers choose which products they will or will not buy, and businesses produce and stock what they think shoppers will buy
Individuals and groups have the right to own property or businesses and make a profit from products they sell with limited rules from the government
People can choose their own jobs and make and spend their money as they wish. This is an example of..
command economy
mixed economy
free enterprise system
token economy
Which type of economy is controlled by the government?
Command
Mixed
Market
Democratic
Government regulates certain industries.
traditional
market
command
mixed
In this economic system, the people have total power in deciding jobs, goods, and services
Free Enterprise
command
mixed
What type of economy does the United States have?
Command (Communist)
Mixed (Socialist)
Traditional
Market (Free Enterprise)
Name the 4 factors of production.
Land, Capitol, labor, entrepreneurs
land, property, movement, labor
capitol, location, labor, property
What is an Entrepreneur?
raw materials from the earth
level of wealth and material comfort a country has
someone who has an idea for a good service and takes the risk of and takes the risk to produce it
development of an increasingly worldwide economy
What is Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?
the percentege of increase for one year to the next
measures a nation's economic performance; total value of goods and services produced in a country for 1 year
one's own country
trading without using money
Trade is...
one's own country
skills, knowledge, and education of workers
The business of buying, selling, or bartering goods and services.
factories, machine, and technology
